The Mystical Dimension of Art – Why We Need Mystery in Our Lives
I believe that every person needs a certain dimension of mysticism in their life, because life in its very essence is one great mystery. Too often, our rational mind reduces this depth into a flat, two-dimensional banality. From the perspective of logic, life appears as a linear timeline that begins with birth and ends with death. But when viewed only this way, we miss the profound layers and hidden depths that existence truly holds.
Mysticism in Estonian Art
I have been called one of the mystics of Estonian art. Perhaps this is an exaggeration, but the mystical dimension is not so difficult to notice. It lives within us constantly, waiting for a quiet moment of stillness to be discovered. Mysticism is also all around us — perhaps most clearly visible in the endless cycles of nature, where creation and disappearance follow one another without end.
My Painting Series: Ravitsejad ja pealtnägijad
This mystical approach is also the foundation of my latest painting series, “Ravitsejad ja pealtnägijad” (“Healers and Eyewitnesses”), created in 2025. The series consists of twelve mixed media oil paintings, completed in my countryside studio in Finland.
These works bring together mystical figures — healers, seers, forest beings, and other archetypal characters — who exist on the threshold between worlds. Each painting invites the viewer to pause, step into another dimension, and rediscover the mystery within themselves.
Why Mysticism Matters Today
In today’s fast-paced and chaotic world, the mystical dimension reminds us of silence, depth, and timelessness. It offers us a doorway to connect with something greater than ourselves — something that nourishes creativity, inner peace, and imagination.
Art as a Channel of Mystery
I do not force mysticism into my art; rather, it expresses itself through me. Each painting becomes a meeting point between the inner world and the outer world — a place where mystery takes form. Through textures, symbols, and atmosphere, my works invite the viewer to pause, reflect, and experience more than just visual beauty.
Discover the New Series
The exhibition week for “Healers and Eyewitnesses” will take place from September 27 – October 5, 2025, exclusively on my website pajosart.com.
You can join my priority list here: https://forms.gle/BvuJdW3Z4YoQQ2e37 to get early access.